Serving 567 students in grades 5-6, Bell Intermediate Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bell Intermediate Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bell Intermediate Academy's student population of 567 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bell Intermediate Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bell Intermediate Academy is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1115 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
94%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bell Intermediate Academy's ranking?
Bell Intermediate Academy is ranked #1115 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Bell Intermediate Academy?
567 students attend Bell Intermediate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Bell Intermediate Academy students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bell Intermediate Academy?
Bell Intermediate Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Bell Intermediate Academy offer ?
Bell Intermediate Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Bell Intermediate Academy part of?
Bell Intermediate Academy is part of MSD Martinsville Schools School District.
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